What does integrity mean to you?

Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
What You Need to Know
What to Avoid
Experienced Example

This question aims to determine how aligned you are with their core values and code of conduct. "At Baker Hughes Company (Baker Hughes), we care about doing what's right. It's in our DNA to act with integrity in all that we do. The Baker Hughes Code of Conduct reflects that core belief. The Code is our North Star, the foundation around which everything else revolves. It reflects our personal accountability but also reinforces and reminds us that at Baker Hughes, we are expected to do what's right, safe and considers the wellbeing of our people, our customers, the communities in which we operate and the environment. How each of us acts and reacts reflects on our company directly. Be honest, fair and trustworthy in all Baker Hughes activities and relationships. Fulfill your obligation to promptly report any concerns about compliance with laws, Baker Hughes policies or this Code. Simple compliance is more effective compliance. Effective comaliance is a competitive advantage. Work with speed, accountability and integrity."

HireVue offers a background blur feature if you are unable to find a location that is free of distractions. However, considering that Baker Hughes offers flexible working patterns, they'll need assurances that you will be self managed and organized when working remotely, and most recruiters may find that blurred background distracting or wonder what that hidden background says about how organized or professional you are. In fact, if the recruiter thinks you are hiding something, they may question your integrity.

Remember, the assessment model only evaluates and scores your performance before screening or forwarding your interview and candidate report to the company's recruiter, who makes the final call. So avoid using the background blur feature, if at all possible, and find a relatively quiet and organized space with as few distractions, interruptions, and background noise as possible.

Your answer will be evaluated for how sincerely you seem to present your answers. So avoid any non-verbal cues for dishonesty, such as stroking your chin, and covering your mouth or your eyes, gaze avoidance, the direction of your eyes, excessive fidgeting such as restless foot and leg movements, frequent body posture changes, and grooming behaviors such as playing with hair or pressing your fingers to lips.

"Integrity is one of my core values and is integral to my character. For me, it is about caring about doing what's right, holding yourself accountable, taking ownership of your commitments, and keeping your word. It's about conducting yourself in a manner that is considerate of others' wellbeing, safe, honest, fair, trustworthy, and law-abiding."